Buckley Park Playground
Downtown Montrose, Montrose, CO
Downtown Montrose playground rebuilt with an inclusive design approach and ADA-focused compliance in one of the city's busiest parks.
Atlas perspective
Atlas Verdict
This is the most clearly documented city-backed inclusive playground in Montrose proper, especially for families who value ADA-focused design and a central location.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor playground; comfort depends on season and time of day.
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- A picnic or snack if extending the visit in Buckley Park
What to Expect
Play and access
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground-level play
- Wide pathways
Family planning
- Parking
- Mixed surfaces
- Limited shade
- Visit type
- Neighborhood style stop rather than destination outing.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Entry | Free |
Published admission can change. Confirm current prices and taxes before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
The city said the replacement playground design focused on inclusiveness and full ADA compliance, alongside applicable playground safety standards.
Known Features
Inclusive design intent
Known Features
ADA-focused replacement playground
Known Features
Safety-centered redesign
Considerations
Public pages reviewed did not list exact surfacing type, ramp count, or adaptive swings.
Considerations
Inclusion is well documented, but the feature inventory is less detailed than at some flagship all-abilities parks.
Mobility features
Ground-level play
Mobility features
Wide pathways
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
300 N Nevada Ave
Montrose, CO, 81401
Nearby Alternatives
Compare three other local options using their published fit and planning details.
Rifle's new universally designed park includes a large ADA-compliant playground, poured-in-place surfacing, accessible paths, shade shelters, restrooms, and lighting.
Santa Rita Park Playground
Riverfront Durango playground with ramped play access and rubber surfacing designed to be more inclusive for kids using wheelchairs, crutches, and other mobility aids.
Sources & Updates
Time-sensitive details still need a dated source check